Student Services

Marden Senior College structures, processes and personnel are committed to providing a supportive learning environment for all students.

The range of support services available to students at the college includes:

Student Counsellors

The Counselling team is available to support students in all matters relating to their enrolment at the college. Course counselling is not only provided to students during their enrolment interview, but is available at any time throughout the year. As student circumstances or interests may change, subjects and loads can also be adjusted to accommodate these changes and support the planning towards a different pathway.

Our confidential counselling service can assist in matters relating to:
· Personal counselling
· Career and pathway counselling
· Health support issues
· Problem solving and decision making
· Conflict resolution
· Study skills, time management
· Referral and advocacy support with a wide range of community agencies

The Assistant Principal can also be accessed for support in some of these areas and for more serious student and staff issues and concerns.

Teachers can provide students with expert guidance relating to subject specific issues as well as negotiating around assessment requirements should the need arise. They should be the first port of call for a student experiencing some difficulty with a subject matter.

Pastoral Care Worker

The Pastoral Care Worker’s (Chaplain’s) role is one of providing support and encouragement to the school community. Employed by local churches, the Chaplain has a particular interest in the spiritual and emotional life of the school. As a staff member, but not a teacher, the Chaplain provides another means for members of the school community to gain support in these vital aspects of their lives. The Chaplain also plays a role in supporting teachers in school events and excursions, facilitating student activities and providing input in the teaching of ethical and personal development topics.

Mentors

All students under twenty one years of age are provided with a mentor by the college after enrolment. Mentor support may also be offered to other students who need additional support throughout the year. The mentor is a support person a student can speak with about issues relating to study or other matters of a personal nature. The mentor can personally advise the student or support the student to access other services within the college and beyond.

Tutorial CentreThe Tutorial Centre is available to students who want to access additional learning support – or simply for individual study purposes. Teachers are also available one to one to provide specific subject support at various times of the week. Students can make a booking to see particular teachers at particular times by using the booking system available in the Tutorial Centre.

The Tutorial Centre operates during the day from 8.30 am and is located in the Library.

Apprenticeship BrokerThe district Apprenticeship Broker is able to provide support for students who want to include a traineeship or apprenticeship in their SACE program. The Apprenticeship broker is required to be involved in the organization of any School Based Apprenticeship. They may also periodically provide information about vacancies and employment opportunities available in the local area. To access this service you will need to speak to the Student Counsellors who can arrange an appointment for you.

The Marden Education Centre Library is the library for the Marden Senior College. The library has a wide range of resources for leisure, fun and educational needs, including books, DVDs and magazines.

Opening times:

Monday to Friday – including before and after school, recess and lunch, and when evening classes are on until 7.00pm.

Teacher librarians and other library staff are available to help with:
· Using computers and programs
· Assignments and class work
· Using various resources, including online databases
· Research skills, study tips and techniques
· Reading resources for course work and general interest

Student Services-Marden Senior College structures, processes and personnel are committed to providing a supportive learning environment for all students.

Enrolment Information-Marden is a specialist senior secondary college and enrols students who are ready for SACE and an adult education environment.
For more information about enrolment please check inside.

School-based students-Students based in other schools can enrol into subjects and courses at Marden that are not available to them in their own schools. Accelerate @ Marden
Information and application form.

SACE Pathways-Students can focus on their strengths and needs in planning their SACE completion pathway. A comprehensive curriculum and flexible structures ensure access to multiple pathways.

Workplace Practices-Athletes, dancers and others committed to elite and high level training programs may enrol in this flexible Year 12 SACE subject. Workplace Practices contributes to a university ATAR.

Student Mentor Program-The Student Mentor Program is a key student support initiative. All Marden students under the age of 21 are allocated a teacher-mentor for the duration of their enrolment.

Important Dates10 August - MSC Formal at the Grand Chancellor
31 August - School Closure Day
5 September - Principal's Information Session and Tour
For all other important dates, check out our calendar.

QUICK LINKS

Student Services is prominently located near the entrance to the college.
A range of services can be accessed by students and parents, including counselling, general college and SACE information and support for students with special needs.